POLAR Site Manager HEY-01

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Heanor, Derbyshire, England, GBR
In-Office
Mid level
Energy • Renewable Energy
The Role
Manage day-to-day construction and installation site operations, lead Rehlko and subcontractor teams, enforce health & safety, approve RAMS and permits, liaise with clients and stakeholders, plan works, inspect quality, and report progress to ensure projects finish safely, on time, and within budget.
Summary Generated by Built In
Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits

  • Work-life flexibility

  • Recognition and rewards

  • Development and career opportunities

  • A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Construction Site Manager to take full responsibility for day-to-day operations across our construction and installation sites. You’ll lead from the front, managing Rehlko and subcontractor teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

You’ll act as the key on-site authority for Health & Safety, drive quality and compliance, and build strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

This role offers the chance to work on diverse and technically interesting projects, often within the power generation and M&E environments, with genuine career development opportunities into senior management or project leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

Take full responsibility for daily site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, to specification, on schedule, and within budget.

Lead and manage both Rehlko (WBPS) and subcontractor teams on site.

Serve as the primary Health & Safety authority, upholding Rehlko procedures and enforcing safe working practices at all times.

Prepare and approve company RAMS, and review or sign off subcontractor RAMS.

Manage the Permit to Work and Isolation Procedure systems on site.

Proactively identify and manage risks, reporting any significant issues or delays to the Project Manager or Technical Director.

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

Plan works in collaboration with the Projects team and report progress to key stakeholders.

Attend occasional Head Office meetings (Derbyshire) for project handovers or team briefings.

Represent the business professionally and promote a culture of safety, quality, and excellence.

Carry out pre-start checks and post-completion inspections to maintain Rehlko quality standards.

What You’ll Need

Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction or industrial M&E environments.

SMSTS certification (essential).

Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and Health & Safety legislation.

Experience managing subcontractors, enforcing RAMS, and leading on-site operations.

Ability to interpret technical drawings and project documentation.

Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a professional, client-facing manner.

Strong IT skills and confidence using systems such as ERP and SharePoint.

Flexibility to travel and stay away.

Desirable: Experience within the power generation or M&E sectors.

What We Offer

Salary depending on experience

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Death in service benefit

Outstanding Employee Assistance Programme

Expenses covered when working away

Career progression opportunities into senior or project management roles

A supportive, family-led culture with the global strength of Rehlko

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a comprehensive package with competitive salaries and a range of additional benefits.Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, promote equal opportunities in every aspect of our process.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share
Trust – Go farther together
Pace – Focus to go faster
Excellence – Find the win every day 

Skills Required

  • Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction or industrial M&E environments
  • SMSTS certification
  • Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and Health & Safety legislation
  • Experience managing subcontractors, enforcing RAMS, and leading on-site operations
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and project documentation
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, client-facing manner
  • Strong IT skills and confidence using systems such as ERP and SharePoint
  • Flexibility to travel and stay away
  • Experience within the power generation or M&E sectors

Rehlko Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Rehlko and has not been reviewed or approved by Rehlko.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered fair-to-competitive across many roles, with professional tracks like project management, engineering leadership, and sales often aligning well with market levels. Role and geography differences are acknowledged but compensation is frequently characterized as good or competitive.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive and good value, including medical, dental, vision, mental‑health/EAP resources, and HSA‑compatible options. Cost and coverage are often portrayed as favorable in the U.S.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave provisions are emphasized for both birthing and non‑birthing parents. Additional family supports such as milk‑shipping services reinforce a family‑friendly offering.

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The Company
HQ: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2,387 Employees

What We Do

Rehlko is a global leader in energy resilience, delivering the solutions critical to sustain and improve life. Formerly, for more than 100 years as Kohler Energy, our teams have excelled, reliably meeting today’s energy needs while planning for tomorrow’s. Now, with a new name and increased focus, we are giving our customers more control over where energy is sourced and where it goes, from industrial applications to your own backyard. Our solutions give people the resilience they need to keep building a brighter future, together. At Rehlko, we innovate relentlessly because we know we don’t just offer energy solutions – we are creating an energy resilient world for a better future. We provide worldwide solutions thanks to our regional locations in NA, EMEA, LATAM, APAC, and India. Learn more about our products: Power Systems North America: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com Power Systems EMEA: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com/emea Engines: https://www.engines.rehlko.com Rehlko’s affiliated brands include Kohler Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Curtis Instruments, and Clarke Energy.

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